A critically ill patient is being evaluated for nutritional support using the enteral route. What contraindication for enteral feedings does the nurse assess for?
A) Lack of evidence of severe malnutrition
B) Ability to chew and swallow
C) Evidence of prolonged ileus
D) Presence of intravenous access
C
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When modifying barriers to professional communication, the nurse manager focuses on which of the following?
a. Collaboration and coordination b. Negotiation and conflict resolution c. Coordination and networking d. Collaboration and negotiation
A nurse overhears a staff member say, "All of these drug abusers on our unit are just bums." How should the nurse characterize this statement?
A) Rational belief B) Irrational belief C) Blind belief D) Stereotype
The nurse enters the room of a client with schizophrenia the day after he has been admitted to an inpatient setting and says, "I would like to spend some time talking with you." The client stares straight ahead and remains silent
The best response by the nurse would be: A) "I can see you want to be alone. I'll come back another time." B) "You don't need to talk right now. I'll just sit here for a few minutes." C) "I've got some other things I can do now. I hope you'll feel like talking later." D) "You would feel better if you told me what you're thinking."
Using the body in an efficient and careful way is:
a. Body mechanics b. Base of support c. Ergonomics d. Posture